we gradually add items back in your diet that are
non-reactive. Add Bone Broth, it contains collagen,
minerals, nutrients and amino acids to support joint
health. Green Tea has anti-oxidants.
Natural Pain Relief
through Nutrition
written by Mari Jacobson, NTP
Pain is a signal your body sends that something
is wrong. If your goal is to manage chronic pain,
consider seeking an alternative health provider to
assist you. As a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, I try
to uncover the root cause of your pain, then rebuild
the body so it can heal the affected area. If pain is
a result of a surgery or injury, consider combining
different modalities for optimal relief. Here are ways
that Nutrition can help with pain relief.
Hydration. If the body is dehydrated, a signal is
thirst, then pain. Water lubricates joints, organs, aids
the body in transport of essential nutrients, and in
the elimination of waste products.
Manage Chronic Inflammation. Consider switching
to an “anti-inflammatory diet”. Eliminate sugars,
processed foods, increase organic fruits, vegetables,
healthy fats, fish and lean meats into your diet.
Avoid foods that cause inflammation like peanuts,
eggs, soy, wheat and dairy. In an elimination diet,
Add anti-inflammatory spices: Turmeric, cayenne,
wasabi, ginger, cinnamon, clove, garlic, oregano,
sage, thyme, and marjoram are anti-oxidants that
combat inflammation.
Add supplements. Vitamin D helps absorb calcium
and minerals. Vitamin E and C are Anti-oxidants
for growth, repair of tissues, and wound healing.
Glucosamine for joint pain and Omega 3 Fish Oil
have strong anti-inflammatory properties.
Probiotics found naturally in fermented foods
like sauerkraut, kombucha, kimchi, kefir or in
supplements, promote good bacteria in your gut,
all health begins in the gut.
Seeking Nutritional Therapy to improve your health
is a great first step in long term pain management.
Small, sustainable changes in your eating habits
will move you towards a better quality of life. Good
health takes time, be patient with yourself and
celebrate small successes.
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